Nursing Services Manager

Join the GEM Family!At GEM Health Care Group, we foster an inclusive and welcoming work environment where our team members are valued and supported. We offer competitive benefits, a generous vacation plan, and abundant learning opportunities. Our mission is to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment.Our dedicated staff-from housekeeping to nursing-are the heart of our organization. If you're a passionate leader in health care, we'd love to have you on our team!Location : The Mira LTC, Truro NSPosition : Nursing Services Manager (RN)JOB SUMMARY : The Nursing Services Manager is responsible for the leadership, management, and organization of the nursing department. This role ensures high standards of care while aligning with GEM Health Care Group's mission, values, and strategic plan. In the absence of the Administrator / Director of Health Care Services, the Nursing Services Manager assumes responsibility and acts as a designate leader.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES : Staff Leadership & DevelopmentTrain, onboard, and mentor staffSupport performance evaluations for RNs and LPNsAssist with staff investigations and disciplinary actionsPromote a culture of safety and teamworkResident CareOversee resident care coordination and improvement initiativesOrganize resident care conferencesAudit resident files, records, and confidentialityEnsure compliance with policies, standards, and guidelinesDevelop and implement new policies and proceduresOperations and ComplianceManage admissions, discharges, and transfersLiaise with external regulatory bodiesOversee infection control and wound careLead department goal-setting and quality improvement initiativesQUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) or Bachelor of Nursing from an accredited schoolCurrent registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nurses as a Registered Nurse (RN)Standard First Aid & CPR certificationMinimum 3 years of clinical experienceAt least 2 years of management experienceExperience in teaching or facilitating adult educationExperience in continuing care (preferred)Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety, Quality Management, Wound Management and / or Infection Control (an asset)Make a difference in the lives of our residents while advancing your career in a supportive environment!About GEM Health Care GroupGEM Health Care Group is a Nova Scotian, family run business which has been enhancing the lives of seniors in the communities where they operate since 1979.We continue to remain a leader in transforming how health care is delivered to seniors in Nova Scotia and we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment.GEM currently operates various levels of seniors' care facilities throughout Nova Scotia, Ontario, and in Hollywood, Florida.